You always have to hit the ekos start button, and then the INdI start...
INdI and indigo are a bit different in that indigo requires you to start the server manually, from the console, whereas INdI will start automatically with ekos...
Stellarmate OS on Raspberry pi4b
Skywatcher EQ8 pro, on steel pier
Takahashi FSQ85 & Meade 8” SCT (de-forked)
Starlight Xpress SXVR H18, SXVR M25c, Lodestar x2 Guide Camera
Pegasus Ultimate Hub V2 for all USB & Power
Pegasus focus motors on both scopes